Nutmeg and Mace are two different spices obtained from the fruit of a single tree. While nutmeg is dried kernel fruit. It is spherical in shape and pale yellow in color. Nutmeg is used as a condiment. The nutmeg powder, extract/oleoresin is used in preparation of soups, sauces, confectionaries and baked foods, seasoning meat and vegetables. It is used in preparation of savory dishes because of its intense flavor. Nutmeg has high medicinal value with its aphrodisiac, stimulant, carminative and astringent properties. Nutmeg oil is also used in the manufacturing of cosmetics.
